Tourism Committee meets international experts under the integrated development of medium-sized cities project
2026-10-19 12:50:00 / News
The meeting focused on developing spatial development plans and site master plans for the Kungrad, Chimbay, Shavat, Khazarasp and Yangiaryk districts in the Republic of Karakalpakstan and Khorezm Region, as well as the Bulungur, Kattakurgan and Ishtikhan districts and the city of Kattakurgan in Samarkand Region.
An experienced team of consultants from an international consortium has been engaged to implement the project. The consortium comprises IDOM Consulting, Engineering and Architecture S.A.U., a leading Spanish company, and Kibera Technology LLC of Uzbekistan.
During the meeting, international consultants presented the main priorities of the spatial development strategy being prepared for the Republic of Karakalpakstan and Khorezm Region. The discussions covered several strategic development priorities, including tourism:
1. Creating a tourism network linking the Aral Sea with cultural heritage sites. Developing diverse tourist routes connecting Nukus, Kungrad, Muynak and the Aral Sea with the Ustyurt Plateau, ancient fortresses, wellness facilities and historical attractions in Khorezm Region.
2. Developing Nukus as a regional centre for services and tourism. Positioning the city as a key hub for projects in education, healthcare, employment and tourism.
3. Diversifying the economy and tourism sector. Transitioning from agriculture and primary processing towards higher value-added services, including the development of modern tourism infrastructure.
4. Promoting environmental sustainability and water security. Creating a favourable and environmentally sustainable environment for tourism development in the Aral Sea region through landscaping, expanding saxaul plantations and establishing green belts.
From 13 to 19 October this year, the consulting team is holding meetings and working discussions with relevant ministries and agencies on urban planning, strategic planning and tourism development.
During the meeting, responsible officials and specialists from the Tourism Committee provided the consultants with the necessary information and put forward proposals and recommendations on improving regional tourism infrastructure, attracting new tourist flows and implementing master plans in stages.
Cooperation between the Tourism Committee and international experts is expected to help unlock the tourism potential of medium-sized cities and remote districts across Uzbekistan while contributing to improvements in the quality of life of local residents.